Christ the King Catholic School is a traditional Catholic school located in beautiful downtown Daphne, Alabama, only a short drive across the bay from Mobile.
We serve the Eastern Shore communities by providing an excellent Catholic education to students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Christ the King Catholic School has served the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay for over 70 years.
We are committed to providing an excellent standards-based education with a strong emphasis on spirituality and Christ-like behavior.
We strive to prepare our students to be responsible, informed, capable and active citizens in the community they will serve.
The faculty and staff of Christ the King Catholic School are dedicated to working with families to ensure that our students have a solid academic and spiritual foundation.
We encourage our students to be stewards of our Catholic faith as they grow and develop into the future leaders of tomorrow.
This is the beginning of a lifetime of seeking to become the saints God calls us to be.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,160
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Christ The King Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 10, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
500 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
23 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please see ctkcsdaphne.org, Admissions tab, Financial Informatation
Admissions Director
Alisa Andrews
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Teams, Computer Coding Club, Drama Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Prep Band
Academic Teams, Computer Coding Club, Drama Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Prep Band
School Notes
- Please inquire about our school through our admissions office, admissions@ctkcsdaphne.org or telephone, 251.626.1692 x272. Requests made through the Private School Review website are not available to the school.
- Christ the King Catholic School is dedicated to fostering the spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth of our students. We accomplish this by providing a loving, nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment where students are encouraged to explore and question as they discover their strengths and talents, and appreciate the same qualities in others. We provide sound academic preparation and a curriculum intended to help each child grow and develop as a responsible, competent, confident person with self-discipline, and a commitment to the principles of justice and peace. Christ the King Catholic School prepares our students to meet the future with faith, knowledge, and integrity.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christ The King Catholic School cost?
Christ The King Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,160 for private students.
What schools are Christ The King Catholic School often compared to?
Christ The King Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Bayside Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Christ The King Catholic School offer?
Christ The King Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Christ The King Catholic School's ranking?
Christ The King Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Christ The King Catholic School?
The application deadline for Christ The King Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/28/2013
Great school I would reccomend it to anyone seeking a better education and spiritual development. The teachers know the students well and treat them like they were their own kids. They really care for the children and want the best for them
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